Unit 1 People of Achievement Using Language (情境教学课件）英语人教版2019选择性必修第一册

Using Language Unit 1 People of Achievement 人教版2019选择性必修第一册 Introduce someone you admire 01. Learning objectives At the end of class, you will be able to： know the structure and the language features of a biography. meet more people of achievement, especially those ordinary individuals and learn their good qualities. write an introduction to someone you admire. Reading for writing 02. Lead-in THE MAN WHO CHANGED OUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE UNIVERSE Activity 1: Free talk 1. What do you know about the man in the photos? 2. Read the title and raise as many questions as possible. Activity 2：Watch the video and answer the question 02. Lead-in How did Einstein change our understanding of the universe? 03. General reading Activity 3: Read for organization. 1. What type of writing is this text? How does the writer develop the text? It is a biography, which is developed in time order. 2. What is included in the biography?  birth  family  childhood  education  early career  marriage  appearance  anecdote  hobby  achievement  death √ √ √ √ √ √ 3. Sum up the main idea of each paragraph. √ overview early life & background achievements struggles & challenges personal characteristics impact & legacy 04. Close reading Activity 4: Read for the content. 1879 Born in Germany 1896 1900 1905 1922 1933 1955 1895 1902 Earned a doctorate in physics and published 4 extraordinary physics papers Took a job as a clerk in the Swiss patent office Graduated from university Entered university Failed the exam 1909 Quitted the job at the patent office and entered research full-time at a university Awarded Nobel Prize for Physics Fled Germany to America Passed away 1. Please complete the timeline. 04. Close reading 2. Read the text carefully and answer the following questions. (1) Was Einstein always successful? Why did the writer mention his failures? (2) Is there any funny story about Einstein? Why did the writer tell his anecdotes at the end of the text? 04. Close reading (1) Was Einstein always successful? Why did the writer mention his failures? ① ② ③ No, he failed the first entrance exam to the university and failed to find a job as a teacher. He even fled Germany. It shows that even great person sometimes faced significant obstacles and setbacks, but persistence can lead to later success. By mentioning these failures, the writer sees the subject as a real person with both strengths and vulnerabilities, rather than just a distant iconic figure. 04. Close reading To highlight his humility and sense of humor, illustrating his approachable and down-to-earth personality despite his fame. (2) Is there any funny story about Einstein? Why did the writer tell his anecdotes at the end of the text? By telling the anecdotes, the writer aims to show a real person with feelings, flaws, and personal experiences, and engage readers emotionally. 04. Close reading 3. Do you think Tu Youyou awarded nobel prize should include her failures and anecdotes as well? A news story is objective, aiming to inform readers about recent events or developments. A biography seeks to provide insight into the individual, expressing the writer’s admire and respect 05. Exploring language Activity 5: Read for the language 1. Find the expression that describe Einstein in the text and fill in the blanks. the ___________ scientist in ___________ physics one of the ___________ men who ___________. ___________ contributions This ___________ genius a ___________ and ___________ figure loved by many people out of a ___________ passion four ___________ physics papers a slightly ___________ but ___________ and ___________ man a ___________ moustache and ___________ hair, which sometimes _____ ___ _____ as though he had just received an electirc shock. greatest modern greatest ever lived numerous gentle courageous kind strong extraordinary odd-looking kind funny thick long white stood Adj+n phrases and relative clauses can provide more specific information and paint a vivid picture for the readers. on end 05. Exploring language 2. What rhetorical devices are used in the passage? What is their function? ① He gradually became famous throught the world as the new Issac Newton. (P3) ② Einstein, who was Jewish, found the doors of academic institutions closed to him. (P4) ③ He had a thick moustache and long white hair, which sometimes stood on end as though he had just received an electric shock. (P5) ④ On 18 April 1955, it was reported that Einstein had passed away, .....(P6) analogy 类比 metaphor 隐喻 simile 明喻 personification 拟人 euphemism 委婉 Rhetorical devices serve to make communication more persuasive, engaging, and effective. 3. Discuss in groups and sum up the writing skills of a biography. contribution and accomplishment birth education early career Appearance & personality Anecdotes Death and comment Biography overview early life & background achievements struggles & challenges personal characteristics impact & legacy major events milestones Difficult period ① organization (time order) ② Description (adj+n phrases relative clauses) ③ Rhetorical device (simile, metophor, personification, analogy, euphemism) ④ Anecdotes (to show a real person with feelings, flaws, and personal experiences, and engage readers emotionally.) 06. Pre-writing Writing an introduction to someone you admire 06. Pre-writing Activity 1: Group discussion Do you admire anyone? Is he or she ... an ordinary person a scientist an environmentalist an inventor an explorer a politician Talk about the person you admire. The following quesions are for reference. 1. Who is he/she? 2. How does he/she look? 3. What is his/her achievement? 4. What quality do you appreciate from him/her? 5. What is your feeling towards him/her? 06. Pre-writing Activity 2: 1. Read the 1st part of the text and find out the author’s purpose. To invite contribution to the magazine. 2. What kind of story does the magazine want? Stories about people who have helped to make a difference in your eyes. Activity 3: Read the 3 stories and fill in the table with your notes. Question Zhang keyu Chen Xueyin Luo Tengfei Who are heroes in their eyes? The ___________ Huang Danian The __________ at a _____________ on Changyu Island His ______ What do they admire about these peolple? He _________ ___________ for his research Their willingness to _____________ __________for the sake of the children Her _________ attitude What difficulties do / did their heroes face? He was very busy and had no ________ to focus on anything other than his work. They had to _____ the lack of ______ _______________ while ________ She has to work _____ hours and also __________ ___________ at home geophysicist sacrificed time two teachers primary school work tirelessly adjust to modern stay there mother positive long help with household everything every day conveniences chores Activity Activity 4: Sum up the main idea of each paragraph and figure out the structure of the story. Find out useful expressions in the text. General information early life and achievement impressive story and my feeling remarkable, well-paid job, didn’t come cheap due to, frantic pace, sacrificed...for... Activity Activity 4: Sum up the main idea of each paragraph and figure out the structure of the story. Find out useful expressions in the text. isolated, unstable, find it hard to adjust, dream of doing, as long as, tirelessly, for the sake of General information Background and the achievement My feeling Activity Activity 4: Sum up the main idea of each paragraph and figure out the structure of the story. Find out useful expressions in the text. greatest inspiration, deserve respect for doing, amazing, work long hours, household chores, take pride in, stay positive General information My impression and her attitude toward her job My feeling 07. While writing Activity 5: Writing task: Imagine you are writing to the magazine about someone who is a hero in your eyes. Provide examples of this person’s achievement, and explain how you have changed due to his / her influence. Time: 15 minutes Words: about 150. 【Requirement】 Structure content Detail Para. 1 : Beginning General information What is his / her name? What does he / she do? What is his / her achievement? Para. 2: Body Appearance What does he / she look like? What’s his / her most distinctive features? Personality What kind of person is he / she? (facts) Impressive story Describe the story based on five elements: what/when/where/who/how What do I want to show by telling the story? Achievement Why do I think he / she is great? What’s his / her influence / contribution? Para. 3: Ending My feelilng How do I feel about him / her? If I have a chance to meet him / her, what will I say or do? Language feature What words and expressions can be used? What rhetorical devices will I use? 07. Post-writing Activity 6: Edit and polish your draft Use the checklist to help you review your partner’s draft. 1 2 3 4 5 1. Does your partner organize the draft in time order? 2. Does your partner include the right content such as appearance, personality and achievement? 3. Does the writer tell an anecdote or an impressive story of the person’s life? 4. Does the writer sum up how he/she feels about this person? 5. Does your partner employ any rhetorical devices and beautiful expressions such as adj.+n. phrases and relative clauses? 6. Does your partner employ the right tense? 7. Is your partner’s hand writing neat enough? Activity 7: Share your writing with the class Dr. Jane Foster's achievements in astrophysics are truly inspiring. From pioneering research on neutron stars to her leadership in global collaborations, she has significantly advanced our understanding of the universe. I first encountered Dr. Foster during a college lecture on black holes. Her ability to simplify complex ideas while upholding scientific rigor left a deep impression on me. Beyond her intellect, I was struck by her unwavering passion for exploring the unknown. One story that resonates with me is her advocacy for gender equality in STEM. Despite challenges, Dr. Foster has championed diversity, inspiring me to support underrepresented groups in my community. Dr. Foster's influence has transformed me, emphasizing perseverance, empathy, and curiosity in my astrophysics studies. I aspire to mirror her dedication to pushing the boundaries of knowledge. (A sample from the student) 08. Assessment At the end of the lesson, I am able to： 1 2 3 4 5 appreciate good qualities of ordinary people and know the significance of being a person of value. know the organization of a biography and the writing skills of introducing someone I admire. write an introduction to someone I admire. 09. Assignment Choose a biography or an autobiography of a great person. Read the book, and then write a book report. Keep these points in mind: Use the examples on Page 11 of the textbook to help you. Write about how the book makes you feel or think about that person. Write about your overall feelings about the book and its quality. Give your opinion: Should other read this book as well? Why or why not? 【Alternative】 【Compulsory】 （2023年全国甲卷）你们学校正举办主题为“用英文讲中国故事”的征文活动。 请你以一位中国历史人物为题写一篇短文投稿，内容包括： 1. 人物简介及事迹；2. 意义或启示；3. 词数100左右。 Thank you for your listening EVCapture4.2.4软件录制 Lavf58.28.100 本视频由湖南一唯信息科技开发的EV录屏软件录制，www.ieway.cn $$